Sacred Sex For Real Women

Jannine MacKinnon - Sensual Embodiment and Intimacy Coach

Sacred sex isn’t just for retreats and tantra workshops—it belongs in your real life. Sacred Sex for Real Women is the podcast for woo woo women in long-term love who crave wow sex, deep connection, and radiant confidence. Join Sensual Embodiment Coach Jannine MacKinnon—wife, homeschooling mom, and sacred sensuality guide—for grounded conversations, fresh perspective shifts, and simple, soulful tools you can actually use. You’ll learn how to reignite passion, embody feminine energy, and bring sacred sex into your everyday. New episodes every Tuesday

  1. 12/23/2025

    S4 Ep129 - Pressure Does Not Equal Pleasure: How Sex Pressure Quietly Kills Desire (and What Actually Restores It)

    If sex has started to feel heavy, pressured, or like something you should be doing instead of something you genuinely want, this episode is for you. Many women in long-term relationships still enjoy sex, but feel disconnected from desire, sensation, or ease. Not because something is wrong with them or their relationship, but because pressure has quietly crept into intimacy. In this episode, we’re unpacking the subtle (and not-so-subtle) ways couples put pressure on sex, from frequency expectations, to orgasm chasing, to the unspoken guilt that builds over time, and why that pressure actually shuts pleasure down. You’ll learn: Why pressure is read by your nervous system as a threat, not an invitation How the “ticking clock” and orgasm focus sabotage desire — even when attraction is there Why this isn’t a libido problem, a hormone problem, or a communication failure How pressure impacts both partners — and creates avoidance, resentment, and disconnection What actually creates the conditions for desire, connection, and pleasure to return This is a grounded, honest conversation for real women in real relationships — not sex tips, performance advice, or quick fixes. We’re talking about embodiment, nervous system safety, and responsibility without self-blame. If you’re ready to stop forcing intimacy and start creating space for pleasure to breathe again, this episode will meet you right where you are. 🔗 Mentioned in this episode: S4 Ep 114 – Why Your Nervous System Is a Key Part of Having Better Sex Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/s4-ep-114-pt-1-why-your-nervous-system-is-a-key/id1645171635?i=1000725690890 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/52wUxB8AbMsoXM88ahcMif?si=hn4AfQ9sQ_KT_Fc47Asz9Q S4 Ep 115 – The Hidden Nervous System Patterns Blocking Your Pleasure Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/s4-ep-115-pt-2-the-hidden-nervous-system-patterns/id1645171635?i=1000727102675 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/57sVo4ByvVhKf8dYXr2Nt5?si=Zj1gf9ULRR23WWVidZ3K0A S4 Ep 112 – Erotic Talk vs Dirty Talk: How to Use Your Voice for Deeper Pleasure Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/s4-ep112-erotic-talk-vs-dirty-talk-how-to-use-your/id1645171635?i=1000723577728 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5S4FYaiRojnBqxwzdwwn7R?si=p3NcBat_SYiBH7ucvLGQWA S4 Ep 122 – How Taking Sex Off The Table Can Reignite Desire Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/s4-ep122-how-taking-sex-off-the-table-can-reignite-desire/id1645171635?i=1000735196491 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7MY9JiNSiItpOP0qbW6IQD?si=3lA1dzvuTMqAcBkbAJPoaA 5-Day Sensual Embodiment Challenge (free): https://janninemackinnon.com/challenge Complimentary Coaching Consultation (lock in current pricing before January 5th): https://janninemackinnon.com/connect

    34 min
  2. 12/16/2025

    S4 Ep128 - Spontaneous vs Responsive Desire What Every Woman Needs to Know

    So many women believe they’ve “lost” their desire… but most of the time, it hasn’t disappeared at all. In this episode of Sacred Sex for Real Women, we’re breaking down the difference between spontaneous desire and responsive desire — and why this one shift in understanding can bring instant relief, more confidence, and a clear path forward (without forcing yourself, faking it, or waiting around for desire to magically strike). You’ll hear why long-term love, busy life seasons, stress, and emotional disconnection can make desire feel distant — and how to start working with your body again so that flicker can build into a turned-on, satisfied sex life. In this episode, you’ll learn: The key difference between spontaneous vs. responsive desire (and why most women are responsive) Why “Are you in the mood?” often shuts desire down — and what to ask instead The role of nervous system safety, emotional connection, and subconscious conditioning in libido Practical ways to build anticipation, set the stage, and support your desire to blossom 3 tangible tools to try: anticipation + stage-setting + erotic blueprints + yoni breathing If you’re realizing there’s more underneath the surface — stress, safety patterns, old conditioning, or relationship dynamics — I’d love to support you. I’m currently refining my coaching containers after hundreds of hours of advanced training and 4 new certifications, and pricing increases for 2026. Now through January 5th is your window to lock in current pricing. Resources and Links MentionedBook a complimentary consultation (before Jan 5): Book your complimentary consultation Referenced episodes: Ep 114 (Part 1): Why Your Nervous System Is a Key Part of Having Better Sex Listen to Ep 114 - Apple | Spotify Ep 12: Unveiling Erotic Blueprints (with Angela Thurston) Listen to Ep 12 - Apple | Spotify Ep 108: Yoni Breathing — How to Awaken the Sensations of Your Yoni With This Sacred Sex Tool Listen to Ep 108 - Apple | Spotify Episode on novelty, S3 Ep96 - Holistic Sex Tools: Expand Your Pleasure & Reclaim Your Turn-On from the Inside Out): Listen to episode 96 - Apple | Spotify Erotic Blueprints resources: Jaiya’s Erotic Blueprints book (Amazon): Erotic Blueprints book Erotic Blueprints quiz/course: Erotic Blueprints quiz Tools + atmosphere mentioned: Sunset lamp: Sunset lamp link Adult-time playlist (make yours or link yours): Playlist link

    28 min
  3. 12/09/2025

    S4 Ep127 - Avoid Holiday Disappointment: Communicating Needs & Expectations in Long-Term Love

    The holidays are meant to feel magical, yet for so many women in long-term marriages, they feel heavy and disappointing. You’re carrying the emotional load, managing the details, and hoping your partner will “just know” what you need, but those unspoken expectations often lead to frustration and resentment. Here’s the truth:You’re not disappointed because he doesn’t care.You’re disappointed because the expectations lived in your head, not in the relationship. In this episode, building on last week’s Couple Bubble conversation, we explore how attachment patterns, shadow triggers, and hyper-independence shape the way you ask for support, or don’t. You’ll learn: Why “I’ll just do it myself” feels saferHow that energy repels the support you actually craveWhy communication breaks down when you’re overwhelmedA simple embodied way to share what you needHow to receive support without guilt or shutdownThese tools will help you feel more supported, connected, and like a true team, not just during the holidays, but all year long. ✨ Pair this with last week’s episode for a powerful relationship shift. → Book your complimentary connection call to explore how we can deepen your pleasure, communication, and partnership. https://tidycal.com/janninemackinnon/catalyst-callJoin the Free 5-Day Sensual Embodiment Challenge to reconnect with your body and awaken your sensual power — in just 10 minutes a day. https://janninemackinnon.com/5-day-sensual-embodiment-challenge/

    20 min
  4. 12/02/2025

    S4 Ep126 - The Couple Bubble, Your Key to Feeling Connected With Your Partner at Holiday Events

    Feeling frustrated, disconnected, or totally alone beside your partner at holiday events?In this episode, we’re diving into the Couple Bubble, a simple, powerful tool that helps you and your partner stay connected, supported, and on the same page no matter what’s happening around you. You’ll learn why miscommunication and silent expectations create so much tension during social gatherings, how to avoid the emotional hangover that happens on the drive home, and the exact steps to build a united front before you even walk in the door. We’ll also talk about:• how nervous system safety shapes connection• why your partner can’t read your mind (and what to do instead)• how to create shared check-ins, agreements, and rescue moments• simple ways to leave events feeling closer instead of drained If you want holiday gatherings to feel lighter, softer, and more connected, this episode shows you how. Links Mentioned:• Complimentary Consultation Call: https://tidycal.com/janninemackinnon/catalyst-call• Free 5 Day Sensual Embodiment Challenge: https://janninemackinnon.com/5-day-sensual-embodiment-challenge/• Work with Jannine 1:1 (Relationship Coaching): https://janninemackinnon.com/coaching/• Beducated — Netflix for intimacy skills: https://janninemackinnon.com/beducated• Wired for Love (Stan Tatkin): https://amzn.to/43YWk8Khttps://amzn.to/43YWk8K

    22 min
  5. 11/25/2025

    S4 Ep125 - Vibrators vs. Sacred Sexuality: Why Vibing One Out Isn’t the Same as Embodied Pleasure

    Most of us learned to grab the vibrator, get off fast, and move on — a quick fix for stress or tension. But that “vibe and go” approach only scratches the surface of what your pleasure is capable of. In this episode, Jannine breaks down the difference between a quick release and a sacred sexuality practice that expands your energy, rewires your beliefs, and connects you to something divine inside your body. You’ll learn how slowing down and bringing presence into pleasure can completely transform your confidence, your relationships, and the way you show up in life. Inside this episode: Why “quick release” patterns keep you stuck in surface-level pleasure How removing the orgasm goal deepens sensitivity and satisfaction The easiest way to bring your whole body into the experience A simple pleasure-based method for rewiring your nervous system and expanding your confidence If you’ve been craving more depth, aliveness, and connection — this conversation will show you that what you’re seeking isn’t out there… it’s already within you. Want to feel this work for yourself?Join Jannine’s Free 5-Day Sensual Embodiment Challenge — five guided practices to help you reconnect with your body, awaken your sensual energy, and experience more pleasure in everyday life.👉 Grab your free spot at janninemackinnon.com/challenge. Mentioned in this episode: Sensual Embodiment Collective — 25% off for podcast listeners in November with code BF25 ❤️ Love this episode?Tap Follow or Subscribe so you never miss a new conversation, and leave a quick rating or review — it helps this show reach more women ready to live turned on and deeply connected.

    17 min
  6. 11/11/2025

    S4 Ep123 - Self Love That Reignites Pleasure with Monique Carmela

    Self-love isn’t a pep talk—it’s the foundation that makes pleasure possible. In this intimate conversation, Monique Carmela and I get practical about dissolving shame, regulating your nervous system, and letting desire return—especially in long-term relationships and real-life seasons like motherhood and stress. We unpack why “doing more” often backfires, how curiosity and compassion soften resistance, and how tiny self-devotions (breath in bed, shower rituals, a five-minute hand massage) build momentum without pressure. You’ll learn how to reframe “pleasure practice” as simple “time for me,” create a weekly devotional that actually fits your life, and expand your capacity to feel—so you naturally expand your capacity for pleasure and connection. You’ll learn: A body-based approach to self-love that calms your nervous system How to meet shame and resistance without shutting down Micro-practices you can weave into busy days Why devotion beats discipline for sustainable intimacy Resources mentioned: Guest: Monique Carmela — The Good Girl Unleashed podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/6grEys2iLKkDcPv3zKmAnP @moniquecarmela.love moniquecarmela.com Free 5-Day Sensual Embodiment Challenge: https://janninemackinnon.com/5-day-sensual-embodiment-challenge/ Membership: Sensual Embodiment Collective (ongoing guided practices): https://janninemackinnon.com/sensual-embodiment-collective/

    52 min
4.4
out of 5
7 Ratings

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Sacred sex isn’t just for retreats and tantra workshops—it belongs in your real life. Sacred Sex for Real Women is the podcast for woo woo women in long-term love who crave wow sex, deep connection, and radiant confidence. Join Sensual Embodiment Coach Jannine MacKinnon—wife, homeschooling mom, and sacred sensuality guide—for grounded conversations, fresh perspective shifts, and simple, soulful tools you can actually use. You’ll learn how to reignite passion, embody feminine energy, and bring sacred sex into your everyday. New episodes every Tuesday